Benefits Manager

Hunt Companies; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunt Companies in El Paso, TX is seeking a Benefits Manager to oversee employee benefits programs, the 401(k) plan, and related compliance. You will lead a team and collaborate with brokers and vendors, reporting to the VP of HR.

The role requires 4–6 years in benefits with supervisory experience, HRIS proficiency, and strong knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA. You will design programs, manage open enrollment, and communicate benefits to staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 4–6 years in a benefits role with supervisory experience.
• Experience designing and administering self-insured and fully insured plans.
• Experience with 401(k) retirement administration.
• Knowledge of ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA.
• Proven ability to analyze data and communicate complex benefit information.

Responsibilities

• Administers employee benefit programs, such as health insurance and wellness initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Administers the employer sponsored 401(k) retirement plan, including eligibility, review, and company match with Fidelity and third-party administrator.
• Oversees leaves of absence, ensuring policy and legal compliance at state and federal levels.
• Assists in design and implementation of benefit programs.
• Collaborates with brokers, carriers, and vendors to address service or claims issues.
• Manages open enrollment, including employee communications, presentations, and training.
• Provides support to employees regarding benefit plans, claims, and eligibility inquiries.
• Ensures compliance with laws by studying legislation and advising management on actions.
• Manages a team of benefits support staff.

Skills

Benefits administration

HRIS

Regulatory knowledge

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS software

Benefits administration software

Fidelity plan administrator

Job description

A Brief Overview

Reporting to the Vice President of Human Resources, the Benefits Manager plays a critical role within the organization, managing administrative tasks related to employee benefits programs, 401k retirement plan, and supporting the design and implementation of new programs. This role will work closely with Human Resources leadership, benefits brokers, and vendors to ensure the company remains compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

What you will do

• Administers employee benefit programs, such as health insurance, and wellness initiatives, as well as ancillary programs such as short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary benefits, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal regulations
• Administers the employer sponsored 401k retirement plan. Including but not limited to employee eligibility, plan review, company match, and working with Fidelity and third party plan administrator.
• Oversees the administration of leaves of absence, ensuring adherence to applicable policies and legal requirements at the State and Federal levels.
• Assists in the design and implementation of benefit programs.
• Collaborates with insurance brokers, carriers, and other vendors to address any service or claims issues.
• Manages the open enrollment process, including preparing and conducting employee communications, presentations, and training sessions.
• Provides comprehensive support and assistance to employees regarding benefit plans, claims, and eligibility inquiries.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions to ensure all benefit programs remain compliant.
• Manages a team of benefits support staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor's Degree Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 4-6 years progressive experience working in a benefits role; preferably in a supervisory capacity.
• 4-6 years With benefits plan design and administration of self-insured and fully insured plan designs. Preferred
• 4-6 years 401k retirement administration
• 4-6 years proven success in a multi-benefit program environment including welfare and health.
• 4-6 years with HRIS and benefits administration software.
• Benefit Plan Design. (Advanced proficiency)
• HRIS Benefit Module Oversight. (Foundational proficiency)
• Strong knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, such as ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and ADA.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Exceptional communication and people skills, capable of effectively presenting complex benefit information to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong customer focus.
• Human Resources\PHR or SHRM-CP Preferred Upon Hire
• Certified Benefits Professional (CPB)-World At Work Preferred Upon Hire

Compensation

We are committed to offering competitive and equitable compensation. We consider internal and external factors as a part of every final offer. We also offer a generous total compensation and benefits package.

Benefits

A competitive salary is only one part of your total rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, HSA/FSA accounts, retirement, rewards programs, and so much more!

EEO/ADA

The Company and its affiliates provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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